Regency reps dispel rumors about East San Marco

There is no truth to the rumor that has been circulating around San Marco that Publix has pulled out from the East San Marco project. That was the main message two representatives from Regency Centers, the group who owns the retail space in the upcoming San Marco housing project, wanted to convey when they addressed […]

No parking news yet for Flying Iguana

Although Flying Iguana’s Attorney Paul Harden has indicated to San Marco Preservation Society officials that he has come up with a parking plan for Al Mansur’s newest restaurant, he has not yet shared anything concrete with the city, said City Council President Lori Boyer during a meeting with the San Marco Merchants Association Sept. 21 […]

The House That Love Built celebrates $12.5 million addition

The House That Love Built celebrates  $12.5 million addition

The man himself – Ronald McDonald – was on hand when distinguished visitors, families and staff of San Marco’s Ronald McDonald House celebrated the opening of its new $12.5 million addition Sept. 21 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and much fanfare. Assisting the happy clown in cutting the ribbon was Mary Virginia Terry, one of several […]

McDuff Avenue traffic concerns resident

McDuff Avenue traffic concerns resident

Called the Death Corner by nearby resident David deForrest, the intersection of Riverside and McDuff Avenues has seen more than its share of fender benders or worse, as long as deForrest has lived there. Fortunately for those involved, there have been no deaths on Death Corner. “No one has actually been killed or gets hurt. […]

Jacksonville honors patriots, fallen heroes

Jacksonville honors patriots, fallen heroes

The attack on the consulate in Benghazi was a tragedy for Americans, from service members to the staff of the State Department and others serving abroad. It was an unnecessary loss of life, compounded by a lack of response for support for those serving on foreign soil. The lives of four people were lost on […]

Appeal filed against Planning Commission approval of restaurant

An Avondale resident has filed an appeal with City Council against the Planning Commission’s Aug. 18 decision to approve a 120-seat restaurant in the 5,470-square-foot space formerly occupied by the retail store Cowford Traders. Alicia Grant, who lives on Riverside Avenue behind the Shoppes of Avondale, filed the appeal the first week in September and […]

Animals are champions of the night

Animals are champions of the night

The Jacksonville Humane Society celebrated the efforts of donors and volunteers who have continued to support the coveted JHS Medical Fund. This much-needed initiative continues to assist and better the lives of homeless animals, especially those that are ill, neglected or gravely injured. A Toast to the Animals 2016 was raised once again by Chairs […]

Guests were ‘lovin’ it’ at Red Shoe Crew party

Guests were ‘lovin’ it’ at Red Shoe Crew party

Ronald McDonald House’s Red Shoe Crew hosted its annual Fries With That Wine event in the newly renovated East US Assure Club at EverBank Field Sept. 23. Presenting sponsor for the sold-out event was EverBank Field and the event included live music, a photo booth, craft beer and a raffle. Touted as one of Jacksonville’s […]

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